1992-06-03 Regular CC MinutesMINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 3, 1992
The Meeting convened at 7:32 p.m., with President Withrow
presiding. Councilmember Camicia led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Reverend Wilfred H. Hodgkin gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Arnerich, Camicia, Lucas,
Roth, and President Withrow - 5.
Absent: None.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
Mayor Withrow announced that Council adjourned to Closed Session in
Special Council Meeting which convened at 6:12 p.m. to consider:
92-400 Initiation of Litiaation pursuant to Subsection (c) of
Government Code Section 54956.9 of the Brown Act: Mayor Withrow
stated no action was taken.
92-401 Labor Relations pursuant to Subsection (a) of Government
Code Section 54957.6 of the Brown Act: Mayor Withrow stated no
action was taken.
PROCLAMATIONS AND SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
92-402 Presentation to the City by the Public Works Director of
the American Public Works Association (APWA) Distinguished Project
Award for 1991 - Towata Park.
The Public Works Director made the presentation; recognized the
Recreation Director and staff in attendance at the Meeting.
Mayor Withrow commended staff for an outstanding job.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Lucas moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk.
*92-403 Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of May 5, 1992, and
Special Council Meeting of May 19, 1992. Approved.
*92-404 Report from Public Works
Contract to Gallagher & Burk, Inc.
of Certain Streets, Phase 13, No.
*92-405 Report from Public
June 3, 1992
Director recommending Award of
, for the Repair and Resurfacing
P.W. 3-92-06. Accepted.
Works Director recommending
authorization to execute agreement with Harbor Bay Isle to provide
Contract Administration for Assessment District 92-1. Accepted.
*92-406 Report from Public Works Director recommending
authorization to apply for Intermodal Surface Transportation
Efficiency Act (ISTEA) Funds for Fiscal Year 1992-93. Accepted.
*92-407 Report from Chief of Police regarding participation in the
Alameda County Narcotic Task Force. Accepted.
*92-408 Resolution No. 12252 "Approving Application to the
California Energy Commission. for Participation in the Energy
Partnership Program." Adopted.
*92-409 Resolution No. 12253 "Authorizing an Appropriation for the
City's Obligations under the Cooperation Agreement between the City
of Alameda and the Community Improvement Commission." Adopted.
*92-410 Resolution No. 12254 "Providing for the Borrowing of Funds
for Fiscal Year 1992-93 and the Issuance and Sale of 1992 Tax and
Revenue Anticipation Notes Therefor." Adopted.
*92-411 Bills, certified by the City Manager to be true and
correct, were ratified in the sum of $1,031,681.06.
AGENDA ITEMS
92-412 Hearing to consider a General Plan Amendment (GPA-91-330),
and the related environmental document, proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration (IS-91-330), to amend the land use designation of 2329
Buena Vista Avenue from Medium-Density Residential to Community
Commercial. Applicants: Edward T. and Carol L. Simas for John K. H.
and Edna Y. F. Ho..
[See 92-416 for Council action.]
92-413 Resolution No
Declaration, IS-91-330,
91-330, and for a Use
Vista Avenue." Adopted.
[See 92-416 for Council
• 12255 "Adopting Mitigated Negative
for a General Plan Diagram Amendment, GPA-
Permit, UP-91-330, located at 2329 Buena
action.]
92-414 Resolution No. . "Denying General Plan Amendment, GPA-
91-330, to Amend the Land Use Designation of 2329 Buena Vista
Avenue from Medium-Density Residential to Community Commercial."
Not adopted. [See 92-416 for Council action.]
92-415 Appeal of a Planning Board denial of Use Permit, UP-91-330
for the establishment of a car wash within a C-M (Commercial
Manufacturing) District at 2329 Buena Vista Avenue.
Applicant/Appellant: Edward T. and Carol L. Simas for John K.H.
and Edna Y.F• Ho.; [See 92-416 for Council action.] and
92-416 Resolution No. , "Upholding the Planning Board's
Denial of a Use Permit, UP-91-330, for the Establishment of a Car
June 3, 1992
Wash at 2329 Buena Vista Avenue." Not Adopted.
The Planning Director explained the background of the Hearing and
Appeal.
The Acting City Attorney emphasized the limitation on testimony
that can be heard at an Appeal, and that can be heard outside an
Appeal Hearing.
Councilman Arnerich inquired if the tall trees in the area were
addressed and the Planning Director stated the trees were brought
up in testimony before the Planning Board.
The Acting City Attorney suggested Council consider the Hearing and
Appeal simultaneously. Councilmember Camicia so moved.
Councilmember Roth seconded the motion which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
Ted Simas, Xtra Oil Co., submitted petition containing 1100
signatures supporting addition of car wash facility and remodeling
of site; displayed pictures depicting proposed improvement to site;
requested Council approve Mr. & Mrs. Ho's request to retain
commercial zoning and to amend General Plan to be consistent with
the zoning, and to grant approval of Xtra Oil's plans to improve
site; and answered questions of Council.
Keith Simas, Alameda, requested Council support Negative
Declaration, reverse Planning Board's decision, and approve the Use
Permit and GPA; gave background of years of planning, noted removal
of Ho home from Historical Study List because of structural damage;
believes proposal is not inconsistent with General Plan and will
encourage improvement of other businesses.
Bill Dobbs, Novato, stated he is Acoustical Consultant retained by
Simases to do noise level studies, discussed noise mitigation and
addressed matter from planning standpoint.
Councilmembers Arnerich and Lucas discussed noise mitigation with
Mr. Dobbs, particularly with respect to the proposed wall.
John Ho, Alameda, stated he owns residence next to gas station;
cannot climb stairs in, nor manage, his home any longer, is anxious
to sell his property to Mr. Simas whose proposal he believes will
improve business area; and requested Council's approval.
Sue Ho, Alameda, stated her family lived in home 25 years, but
parents cannot keep up property now; station has been present many
years, needs improvement, will benefit City by investment and tax.
In response to Councilmember Roth, Ms. Ho stated offer to buy was
made a few years ago but family was not ready to sell; replying to
Councilmember Lucas, stated family tried to expand property
residentially but City did not allow it because of its commercial
zoning.
June 3, 1992
Carol Simas, Alameda, stated Simases have major commitment to City,
co- existed at location 30 years; request is not for rezoning as Ho
property is already zoned commercial; if Appeal is unsuccessful,
the business property will deteriorate; increased tax revenue
should be considered; existing industry should be encouraged;
requested Council overturn Planning Board denial of Use Permit and
GPA; and help regenerate Park Street district.
Misty Sellers, Alameda, stated she likes Alameda, improvements may
encourage other businesses to improve; favors proposed plans,
environmental benefit would result from new tanks; and Hos should
be able to sell their property.
Maria Sanchez, Alameda, stated she uses gas station, believes
improvement is a good idea and encouraged Council consider it.
Lawrence Haney, Alameda, stated the Hos want to move, house needs
$80,000 to $90,000 termite work; they should be allowed to sell;
believes neighborhood would be improved by station improvements.
Kenneth Lam, Alameda, stated he represents his parents who own
business on Buena Vista; is in favor of improvement, and due to
drought, car wash is a good idea.
Kent Takeda, Alameda, stated proposal violates principles in
General Plan; Council should follow Planning Board
recommendations, tearing down [Ho] house would destroy housing
stock; the area is Historical Center of Japanese American
neighborhood; approval of GPA will alienate and disenfranchise
Japanese - American community; if Council approves GPA and Use
Permit, legal action will be considered.
Councilmember Lucas discussed, with Mr. Takeda, views in displayed
pictures of the proposed improvements, and trees.
Shizuto Kawamura, Alameda, stated he is against the GPA and the Use
Permit, because he believes there will be greater traffic
congestion generated from the proposed project.
[Council recessed at 9:00 p.m. and reconvened at 9:10 p.m.]
Judy Furuichi, Oakland, stated she is a daughter of Mrs. Takeda;
read quote of Planning Board President, and urged Council deny the
proposed GPA and the Use Permit.
Nellie Takeda, Alameda, stated the block is anchored by two
churches; she does not want car wash under her windows; and urged
Council turn down request for expansion of [gas station].
Joanne Takata, Oakland, stated she believes GPA being sought is
inconsistent with the principles of the General Plan; and urged
Council turn down the GPA.
Ki Nomura, Alameda, stated as experienced retired landscape
June 3, 1992
contractor and planner, urges Council deny proposed GPA; expansion
of gas station would require destruction of two 100-year old trees.
Carol Muramoto, Orinda, daughter of Mrs. Takeda, requested Council
consider safety and well-being of her mother; not approve GPA, and
take heed to Planning Board recommendation.
John Towata, Jr. Alameda, spoke in support of General Plan; and
urged Council support Planning Board and General Plan.
Don Roberts, Alameda, stated Council named street after Japanese-
American and noone need worry about ethnicity or race entering into
decision; Planning Board did outstanding job on issue, vote was a
majority; and requested Council uphold the General Plan.
William McCall, former Alameda Mayor, stated Council has difficult
decision to make; reviewed letters to Council concerning issue; and
urged Council give Planning Board serious consideration.
Susan Shimamoto, 1675 Sutter St., stated she is daughter of Mrs.
Takeda, the neighborhood does not need another car wash or
minimart; and requested Council deny GPA and Use Permit.
Dorothy Boynton, Alameda, stated another car wash is not needed;
taking down the two beautiful trees will affect neighborhood; and
requested Council deny request.
Andy Reynier, Alameda, agreed with speakers to deny the Amendment
and urged denial of request for a car wash.
Toshi Mikami, Alameda, stated she opposes the GPA, as a dangerous
precedent would be set; traffic is congested at Park Street and
Buena Vista Avenue, and urged Council vote no to GPA.
Joseph Keh, Alameda, stated the [Ho] property, if destroyed, can
never be replaced; to replace it with a car wash would be
regressive; the fence would be under the windows of the Takeda
house; and urged Council turn down Use Permit for car wash.
George Chin, Alameda, stated he has not heard compelling reason to
build a car wash; enough car washes and minimarts exist; urged
Council consider and maintain quality of life being sought.
Rod Murray, Alameda, stated he respects Takeda family; urged
Council vote down the Amendment; and residential interests be
considered perhaps more than businesses.
Mel Barron, Alameda, stated another mini-mart is not needed; urged
Council "ratify the General Plan."
Nalini Joshi, Alameda stated a sense of community and of place and
continuity exists in this and many Alameda neighborhoods; and urged
Council retain residential and historical character of the area.
June 3, 1992
Joan Narahara, Alameda, stated she supports Mrs. Takeda, is a
former Planning Board Member, noted this proposal puts highest
impact use adjacent to residential; more buffering is needed than
a 10-foot fence; and urged support of Planning Board decision.
Ruth Lafler, Alameda, submitted petition supporting neighborhood;
lives three doors from Ho residence, believes plan affects the
whole block; would like Council support neighborhood by saying no
to project.
Kevin Simas, stated residential neighborhoods are successful when
there are conveniences; compared other cities' similar
neighborhoods; noted Park Street needs to look forward.
Yukio Yamawaki, Alameda, stated his concern is the huge tree which
is irreplaceable, provides greenery and oxygen; residential area
should be protected for young and old.
Michael Yoshii, Pastor, United Methodist Church, stated concern
goes beyond ethnic group; no evidence is given that car wash will
impact economy in positive manner; and urged Council vote against
proposed Amendment.
Noel Folsom stated General Plan must be supported; he is not anti-
business but is pro-neighborhood and requested Council do "the
right thing."
Roy Mita, Alameda, stated this looks like spot [zoning]; he would
like Council to look at this (issue] and support Planning Board
decision; this is not an Asian issue; the issue is important
throughout the City.
Mayor Withrow stated the public portion of the hearing is
concluded; and recessed the meeting which reconvened at 10:40 p.m.
Mayor Withrow announced the following three items will be held over
to Adjourned Regular Meeting on June 9, 1992:
92-417 Report from Public Works Director on the Implementation of
the Park Street and Webster Street Districts Parking Program
providing 2-Hour Free and 30-Minute Metered Zones, and Introduction
of Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Sections
12-16.5 and 12-16.6 to Chapter XII, (Parking Lots and Parking
Meters) Pertaining to Shifting of Parked Vehicles and Repeat
Violations. Held over to Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 9, 1992.
92-418 Report from the Public Works Director on Electronic Voting
Display System for the Council Chambers. (Councilman Arnerich) Held
over to Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 9, 1992.
92-419 Report from Planning Director regarding fast tracking
planning actions which require City Council Action. (Councilmember
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Roth) Held over to Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 9, 1992.
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92-420 Resolution No. "Amending Master Fee Resolution No.
12191 Relating to License Fees for Dogs and Cats" and Ordinance
No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending
Sections 7-2.1(e)(1), 7-3.1, 7-3.2, 7-3.4, 7-3.5, 7-3.6, 7-3.7, 7-
3.8, 7-3.9(a) and (b), 7-3.12, 7-3.13, 7-3.14, 7-3.15, 7-13.7 and
23-2.2 Pertaining to Licensing and Control of Cats, Vaccinations,
and Limiting the Number of Cats per Household."
Mayor Withrow stated that the Chief of Police agrees to delete
references to leashes on cats and inquired who would still want to
speak on this matter; three persons indicated they wished to speak
and the Mayor stated the matter would be heard during the meeting.
[See paragraph following 92-425]
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Councilmember Roth moved to continue the meeting past 11:00 p.m.
Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
Mayor Withrow announced the following three agenda items will also
be held over to Tuesday, June 9, 1992, following the Hearing
regarding Appeal of Non-Renewal of Dance Permit for Johnny's
Cocktail Lounge.
92-421 Report from Fire Chief regarding evaluation of Disaster
Exercise on April 15, 1992, and recommendation for future action.
Held over to Adjourned Council Meeting of June 9, 1992.
92-422 Report from Chief of Police reviewing City's Taxi Program,
and Resolution Limiting the Number of Taxicab Permits in the City
of Alameda. Held over to Adjourned Regular Council Meeting of June
9, 1992.
92-423 Ordinance No. N.S. "Amending Ordinance No. 2497, N.S.,
Relating to Meeting Times of the 1082 Pension Board." Held over to
Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 9, 1992.
RETURN TO CONSIDERATION OF HEARING AND APPEAL 92-412 THRU 92-416
President Withrow commented on the difficulty of making a decision
on this issue; noted the General Plan is a living document;
analyzed the situation and issues.
Councilmember Roth suggested addressing the GPA first, then the Use
Permit. Council by concensus agreed.
Councilmember Lucas expressed her concerns regarding the Hos'
problems with their house; stated perhaps Simas [car wash] hours
could be adjusted to 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and suggested sending
the matter back to the Planning Board to work out protection for
Mrs. Takeda; and noted this is not spot zoning.
June 3, 1992
Councilmember Roth noted incident when Council made a decision to
allow commercial property [on Lincoln Avenue], which was located
adjacent to commercial property, to remain commercial because the
owners requested that; the Hos want their property to remain
commercial; at some point the zoning ordinance will need to be
changed; and Council will need to decide if we are going to be
consistent in our zoning as an individual item and address the
proper use for that property as a separate item.
Councilman Arnerich commented the situation is difficult; he is not
willing to send this [matter] back to Planning Board; he is ready
to vote; the Host home is beautiful; gas stations in some places
build around trees; he will be making a motion to uphold Planning
Board recommendations.
President Withrow clarified the motion of the Vice Mayor was to
return [matter] to the Planning Board not for a new decision but to
work out mitigating factors for the gas station to be expanded.
Vice Mayor Lucas stated Council would first vote on the
environmental impact, the Negative Declaration, then the General
Plan Amendment, followed by the Use Permit.
President Withrow stated returning [the matter] for mitigation
would presuppose that Council would vote, if in fact the motion
would be to carry in concept, an approval with guidance to Planning
Director to take [the matter] back to work out the mitigating
factors between neighborhood and Simas family.
Councilmember Lucas stated the motion is to uphold the mitigated
negative declaration. Councilmember Roth seconded the motion.
The Planning Director suggested if Council's intent is to approve
the GPA and grant Appeal of UP, because "we" are limited to four
amendments per year, that Council make a motion of intent and allow
us to complete the rezoning hearing so [staff] can package all of
them and perhaps combine with Marina Village GPA in about a month.
Vice Mayor Lucas so modified her motion.
Councilman Arnerich stated he wants to deny the UP and the GPA.
The motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Camicia, Lucas, Roth and President Withrow - 4.
Noes: Councilman Arnerich - 1. Absent: None.
Councilmember Lucas discussed possibility of delay by combining
GPAs.
The Planning Director stated Council needs to declare its intent to
approve GPA, give indication of conditions desired, indicate what
else beyond the negative declaration Council might like to see in
terms of resolving some of concerns heard [from citizens].
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In response to Councilmember Roth, the Planning Director stated
the GPA could come back on July 7, 1992, Council Meeting.
Councilmember Lucas moved Council declare its intent to approve the
GPA. Councilmember Roth seconded the motion which carried by the
following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Camicia, Lucas, Roth
and President Withrow - 4. Noes: Councilman Arnerich - 1. Absent:
None.
Councilmember Roth noted concerns regarding Use Permit, [owners]
cannot afford environmental cleanup of gas stations unless they can
[improve] their business; if improvement is not allowed, the
property becomes an eyesore, and that is why he basically favors
allowing [UP]; more mitigation can be done; discussed wall needs to
be higher; Applicant, staff and neighbors should discuss wall,
landscaping, trees, to work things out.
Councilmember Lucas stated plantings could be higher than wall.
Neighbors could perhaps make suggestions.
Councilmember Roth so moved.
Councilmember Lucas inquired if he would incorporate car wash hours
be limited to 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and he indicated he would.
Following further discussion on conditions, Councilmember Lucas
seconded the motion.
Councilmember Camicia stated he cannot support the motion, as he
cannot see where the Planning Board made a mistake; so he will vote
to uphold the position of the Planning Board; he suggested if
the matter is returned to the Planning Board that Council
require the maintenance and landscaping be a condition of
revocation.
Councilmember Roth indicated he would add that suggestion
[regarding revocation] into motion; Councilmember Lucas agreed.
The motion was carried by the following voice vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Lucas, Roth, and President Withrow - 3. Noes:
Councilmembers Arnerich and Camicia - 2. Absent: None.
The Planning Director stated for purposes of clarification, the
jurisdiction has basically been left with the City Council; [staff]
will be working to bring the UP back on July 7th.
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Council recessed to 11:55 p.m.
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92-424 Appeal of a Planning Board denial of a Use Permit, UP-92-1,
to permit automobile sales, service and repair at 1537 Webster
Street, within the C-2 (Central Business) District.
Appellant/Applicant: Michael O'Connell; and
June 3, 1992
c!—
Resolution No. 12257 "Overturning the Planning Board Denial of Use
Permit UP-92-1 to Allow Automobile Sales and Service."
Councilmember Roth stated he would abstain because the Appellant is
his next door business neighbor.
The Planning Director gave the background of the matter.
Stan Shane, Alameda Realty, commended Mr. O'Connell for his
excellent service and honesty, and urged Council overturn Planning
Board's decision, and grant Use Permit.
Diane Coler-Dark, Alameda stated she does not believe the proposed
use is the answer for W,:nster Street; and urged Council uphold
Planning Board decision.
Niall Leahy, Alameda, welcomed Mr. O'Connell's business to Webster
Street, stated Mr. O'Connell is successful, intends to buy his
property, and will retrofit his building; he looks forward to a
fresh refurbished business on Webster; urged Council vote for UP.
Anne Somers, Davis, stated she owns business on Webster; read three
conditions of Use Permit, addressed the issues, discussed
businesses in the area; and requested Council act favorably and
grant the Use Permit.
Andrew Beard, Alameda, stated he is one of five owners of 1537
Webster Street, discussed why Planning Board's denial of UP may not
be in best interests of City; given special circumstances in the
neighborhood and support of WABA, believes Use Permit should be
granted.
Michael J. O'Connell described his business and requested support.
Councilmember Lucas stated Mr. O'Connell is a good businessman,
improves his business, and would be an asset to Webster Street; and
moved to approve the Use Permit. Councilmember Camicia seconded
the motion.
In response to Councilman Arnerich, Mr. O'Connell confirmed he will
retrofit the building, and described plans for the interior.
Councilmember Camicia proposed an addition to the motion, that Mr.
O'Connell work with staff to be sure the building facade is
acceptable to staff.
Councilman Arnerich discussed with Mr. O'Connell sound walls,
number of cars in the showroom, and number of employees.
The Acting City Attorney noted that in the event Council decided to
overturn the Planning Board, a resolution has been prepared that
includes certain conditions.
The Planning Director commented the resc-,..ion contains affirmative
June 3, 1992
findings, including finding the use consistent with the General
Plan, compatable with the neighborhood; and read conditions,
including no automotive repairing will be allowed.
Discussion ensued regarding distinction between service and repair.
Mr. O'Connell stated he would service only.
Councilmember Lucas stated if Council wants to make a change in the
zoning law, perhaps that should be agendized.
The Planning Director completed the reading of the conditions.
Councilmember Lucas stated the conditions seem reasonable.
Councilman Arnerich inquired if Mr. O'Connell accepts the
conditions. Mr. O'Connell replied conformance of the building in
a year does not appear to be a problem; and questioned if he would
be able to rebuild an engine in the building.
Councilmember Lucas stated he [O'Connell] cannot without a zoning
law change.
President Withrow inquired what must be done to achieve what
appears to be the intent of Council; and the City Manager replied
Council, tonight, can indicate its intent to approve this so the
matter can be brought back.
President Withrow stated the package should be complete; and in the
future, a package should be provided with options, resolutions
included with conditions and whatever code changes need to be made.
Councilmember Lucas clarified the motion is to grant the Use
Permit, make zone changes later, but let Mr. O'Connell go ahead
with his plans; and start working.
The Planning Director suggested, to avoid putting Mr. O'Connell
through another Use Permit, staff can include that in the future if
the zoning district is amended to allow repair, this restriction
shall be removed, therefore, at the time of the rezoning, this Use
Permit will then be modified without necessity of coming back for
a separate Hearing.
President Withrow commented that be done quickly so that Mr.
O'Connell can proceed.
The motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Arnerich, Camicia, Lucas, and President Withrow - 4.
Noes: None. Absent: None. Abstentions: Councilmember Roth - 1.
92-425 Resolution No. 12256 "Approving Public Utilities Board
Action and Authorizing Execution of Certain Installment Sale
Financing Documents." Adopted.
June 3, 1992
William McCall, President, Public Utilities Board [PUB], former
Alameda Mayor, noted representatives of the Bureau of Electricity
staff, Merrill Lynch (Underwriters) and Jones, Hall, Hill & White
(bond counsel) were present; stated PUB voted to recommend that
Council authorize the financing of the new project [building] at
this time.
In response to Councilman Arnerich, the City Manager stated the
proposal is to reissue Certificates to take advantage of the
current rate; in addition, debt will be issued to finance the
construction of the new building.
Councilman Arnerich discussed the total amount of the City's
Certificates and the underwriting discount, which Mr. Tony Fisher
of Merrill Lynch stated would not exceed 1.2% and probably will be
less.
Councilman Arnerich moved adoption. Councilmember Camicia seconded
the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
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Council adjourned the meeting to convene as the Alameda Public
Financing Authority, and immediately thereafter, reconvened the
Council Meeting.
COUNCIL RETURNED TO PARAGRAPH 92-420 REGARDING CONTROL OF CATS
Resolution No. "Amending Master Fee Resolution No. 12191
Relating to License Fees for Dogs and Cats" and Ordinance No.
. N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Sections 7-
2.1(e)(1), 7-3.1, 7-3.2, 7-3.4, 7-3.5, 7-3.6, 7-3.7, 7-3.8, 7-
3.9(a) and (b), 7-3.12, 7-3.13, 7-3.14, 7-3.15, 7-13.7 and 23-2.2
Pertaining to Licensing and Control of Cats, Vaccinations, and
Limiting the Number of Cats per Household."
Lt. Richard McWilliams, Police Department, commented on a community
groundswell to control over-population of cats and preserve public
health and animal health; leashes on cats not intended; the intent
[of the proposed legislation] is to facilitate a legal means by
which Animal Shelter personnel can pick up feral cats and cats
allowed to wander throughout the community; and recommended the
word "cat" be deleted from certain sections concerning leashing;
and noted a change to allow animal shelter to pick up animals.
Councilman Arnerich stated the City Attorney's office can review
each section which refers to leashing and delete the word "cat."
Charles Millman, Alameda, stated special understanding of cats is
necessary; addressed owner responsibility; social conscience should
be taught in schools; animals should not be abandoned; and
requested matter be set aside until spaying and neutering issues
are addressed.
June 3, 1992
Jan Henault, Alameda, stated both sides of issue must be heard;
licensing will not solve problems with irresponsible people; need
to educate people that cats can live in houses.
David Lauderback, Alameda, stated the key to solving problems of
unwanted pets is readily available, low-cost spaying and neutering,
which must be made known to the public; and discussed other factors
including low-cost vaccination, problems of cat vagrancy law.
James Hanecak, Alameda, stated cats keep rodent population down;
to restrict movement of cats is irresponsible.
In response to Councilmember Roth, Shellette Bass, Supervising
Animal Control Officer, stated no ordinance allows Animal Control
Officers to take cats into custody from a person's property.
Councilmember Camicia moved to continue the item, directed staff
work with residents who expressed concerns, and come back at an
appropriate time.
The Chief of Police stated the matter is controversial, few cities
try to control cats, however, staff can work with Alameda Humane
Society and public speakers and come back with a better product.
Councilmember Roth seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
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Mayor Withrow announced the following 3 items will be continued to
June 9, 1992. Councilmember Lucas so moved; President Withrow
seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
[See 92-421,422,423]
Report from Fire Chief regarding evaluation of Disaster Exercise on
April 15, 1992, and recommendation for future action. Held over to
Adjourned Regular Meeting on June 9, 1992.
Report from Chief of Police reviewing City's Taxi Program, and
Resolution limiting the Number of Taxicab permits in the City of
Alameda. Held over to Adjourned Regular Meeting on June 9, 1992.
Final Passage of Ordinance
Relating to Meeting Times of
Adjourned Regular Meeting of
NEW BUSINESS AND UNFINISHED
Amending Ordinance No. 2497, N.S.,
the 1082 Pension Board. Held over to
June 9, 1992.
BUSINESS,
92-426 Consideration of nomination for appointment to Civil
Service Board.
Mayor Withrow nominated Raymond E. Anderson for reappointment.
Councilmember Camicia seconded the nomination.
92-427 Consideration of nomination for appointment of registered
architect Member to Historical Advisory Board.
June 3, 1992
Mayor Withrow nominated Robert D. Nicol for reappointment.
Councilmember Camicia seconded the nomination.
92-428 Consideration of nomination for appointments of a Tenant
Member and two Non-Tenant Members of Housing Commission.
Mayor Withrow nominated for reappointment: Solomon R. Edwards, Jr.
as Tenant Member, Bruce C. Reeves, and Billie Trujillo.
Councilmember Camicia seconded all three nominations.
92-429 Consideration of nomination for appointment to Library
Board.
Mayor Withrow nominated Bonnie Conner for reappointment.
Councilmember Camicia seconded the nomination.
92-430 Consideration of nomination of appointment to Public
Utilities Board.
Mayor Withrow nominated Kenneth G. Hansen for appointment.
Councilmember Lucas seconded the nomination.
92-431 Consideration of two appointments to Social Service Human
Relations Board.
Mayor Withrow nominated Librado "Lee" Perez for
Councilmember Camicia seconded the nomination.
Mayor Withrow nominated Barbara M. Guenther for
Councilmember Lucas seconded the nomination.
appointment, and
appointment, and
92-432 Councilmember Camicia invited Council to attend a luncheon
discussion concerning Bio-science Opportunities in the City of
Alameda, to be held at the Harbor Bay Club.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Withrow adjourned the meeting at 1:22 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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DIANE B. FELSCH, CMC
City Clerk
This agenda was posted 72 hours in advance.
June 3, 1992
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